Degree. B.S.
The Department of Exercise and Sport Science has a rich tradition of
preparing knowledgeable, caring professionals. The focus of the undergraduate
program is on examining and understanding the phenomena associated with
involvement in physical activity and the execution of sport skills. By
better understanding these phenomena, teachers, coaches, athletic trainers,
and fitness leaders will be able to help optimize sport skill learning
experiences for children and adults, administer safe and effective fitness
programs, and enhance the performance potential of athletes. The ultimate
goal of the course work is to educate professionals skilled in the practical
application of the sport and exercise sciences, including pedagogy, kinesiology,
skill analysis, exercise physiology, motor learning, nutrition, and sports
psychology.

OptionsThere are three major options available to students wishing to graduate
with a bachelor of science in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science:
(1) the basic degree, (2) physical education teacher education, and (3)
athletic training. For students interested in a basic degree in the exercise
sciences, the major requirements have been identified below in "Requirements
for the Major." Students interested in pursuing a career as a public school
educator, the physical education teacher education (PETE) program has been
designed and can be found in the Education entry in the Colleges section
of this catalog. Students wishing to become certified athletic trainers
may apply for admission into this program, which is outlined below in "Athletic
Training Emphasis." All required course work for the basic major and the
PETE program must be completed with a C- or better. Required course
work in athletic training must be completed with a C or better.

Teaching Major, Minor, Certification. Please refer to Education
in the Colleges section for information on teaching major and minor course
requirements and state secondary teacher certification.

Requirements for the MajorStudents who complete the following requirements will receive a bachelor
of science in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science. Entry into
specific careers and other post-graduation opportunities that are related
to exercise and sport science will necessitate consultation with advisers
so that appropriate departmental and allied field course work may be elected.
Some of these opportunities include: work-site health/fitness promotion,
fitness leadership in commercial and hospital based health promotion programs,
graduate study in the exercise and sports sciences, degree programs in
the fields of medicine, dentistry, nursing or physical therapy.
H EDU 1950 First Aid (3)
ESS 2500 Exploration of the Movement Sciences (3)
ESS 2600 Perspectives on Sport and American Society (3)
ESS 3090 Kinesiology (5)
ESS 3091 Physiology of Fitness (3)
ESS 3340 Sport Psychology (3)
ESS 3551 Application of Human Motor Development Across the Lifespan
(3)
ESS 3670 Exercise: Health and Cultural Perspectives (3)
ESS 4670 Active Lifestyles: Effects and Challenges (3)
ESS 4900 Exercise Programming in the Community (5)

Athletic Training EmphasisThe athletic training emphasis provides students with an integrated
knowledge and clinical understanding of athletic training techniques and
their application within sports medicine. Through a cooperative effort
between the Department of Exercise and Sport Science and the Athletics
Department, a curriculum has been designed that will provide a variety
of learning opportunities leading to a mastery of athletic training skills.
In addition, a variety of clinical experiences with University of Utah
athletic teams and sports medicine clinics in the surrounding area will
be provided to prepare the student for a career in athletic training.

Admission Requirements. Students who desire to enter the athletic
training curriculum must complete H EDU 1950 First Aid & Emergency
Care (or comparable first aid course) and ESS 2700 Prevention & Care
of Athletic Injuries (or comparable introductory athletic training course)
by the end of fall semester in their sophomore year. Students will then
be evaluated for formal admission to the program based on the following:

Admission to the program is competitive in nature with a maximum of 15
students accepted in any single academic year. Additionally, it is suggested
that H EDU 1010 Healthy Lifestyles and BIOL 2315 Human Anatomy be completed
at the time of application. Prospective athletic training majors must make
application to the program Spring semester of their sophomore year.

Degree Requirements for Emphasis. Students who wish to receive
a bachelor of science with an emphasis in athletic training from the Department
of Exercise and Sport Science must complete the following:

Athletic Training Certification. Completion of the requirements
for the emphasis will allow the student to sit for the national certification
exam administered by the National Athletic Trainers Board of Certification.

See www.utah.edu/essfor information regarding the program director and adviser, application
and admission dates, and a model four-year program of study.

National Coaching CertificationAll coaching minors must be at the Leader Level of the American Sport
Education program. The ASEP Leader Level certification is completed by
taking ESS 3200 "Introduction to Coaching." It is also recommended that
courses be completed in the Master Series through University of Utah classes,
ASEP Master Series Clinics, or ASEP self-study. Information on the classes,
clinics, and other ASEP materials can be obtained from Director of Coaching
Education.

Graduate Program

Degrees. M.S., Ed.D., and Ph.D.
For additional information, see the Graduate Information section of
this catalog.

Admission. Applications for both the master's and the doctoral
programs are considered February 1 for either summer or fall admission.

Master's Degrees. Two personal references, a 500-word statement
on professional/research objectives and rationale for seeking the degree,
resume, an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and GRE are required. Applicants must
have a major, minor, or equivalent degree in physical education or exercise
science.

Doctoral Degrees. Evidence of completion of a master's degree
and a thesis or their equivalents, three personal references, a 500-word
statement on professional and research objectives and rationale for seeking
the degree, resume, GRE score taken within the previous five years, a graduate
GPA of at least 3.3, and (Ed.D. only) two years work experience relating
to the area of specialization are recommended.

Degree Requirements.

Ed.D.: Two courses in statistics are required. For more detailed
information regarding requirements for the Ed.D. degree, see the Graduate
Information section of this catalog.

Ph.D.: A minimum of 10 graduate credit hours in statistics, computer
science, or research design is required to fulfill the research-tool requirement.